
Granny Flats NZ: New Building Rules Make It Easier to Build in Your Backyard
Thinking about building a Minor Residential Unit (MRU) or better known as a “granny flat” on your property in New Zealand? Big changes are coming in 2025 - 2026 that will make it faster, cheaper, and easier to add a small dwelling to your section without needing the usual building and resource consents.

Propertyscouts Riverside at the RTA Amendments Roadshow
On March 5, 2025, the Propertyscouts Riverside team attended the RTA Amendments Roadshow in Hamilton, hosted by TPS (tenancy.co.nz). This event provided valuable insights into the latest changes to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA), helping landlords and tenants navigate their rights and responsibilities.

Join Propertyscouts Riverside at Mahi on the Awa - Where work meets the Waikato River
At Propertyscouts Riverside, we’re passionate about property management in Hamilton, fostering strong community connections, and getting involved in what makes this city special. So when we heard about Sentinel Homes’ “Mahi on the Awa” event, we jumped at the chance to be part of something that blends well-being, productivity, and nature.